What are the responsibilities and job description for the Barista position at The Lexington?
Are you looking for a fun, busy, and unique cafe job? Cafe Beatrice is looking for baristas/counter staff! We're looking for a team focused on quality service and product in a fun environment. Job duties include greeting guests, answering questions, taking orders, accepting payment, as well as preparing beverages. A Barista/Counter Staff will also maintain a clean and well-stocked workplace and dining area, update displays, and continuously expand their knowledge of food and beverage quality controls, preparation methods, and presentation, and be a team player.
To succeed on the Cafe Beatrice team, a team member must be committed to providing guests with service and hospitality that goes 'above and beyond'. All team members must be positive, friendly, knowledgeable, and polite.
Duties and Responsibilities
A Barista/Counter Staff’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Setup of dining area and service counter before daily open
- Taking guest orders and informing guests of menu options and changes
- Processing payments
- Preparing ingredients for beverages
- Preparing and serving beverages during service according to recipes
- Stocking and serving food items to guests
- Running food to guests
- Maintaining a clean and orderly dining and service area throughout their shift
- Maintain stock of dishes, mugs, to-go containers, paper goods, and utensils throughout the day
- Perform point-of-sale cash-in and cash-out procedures correctly, as needed
- Clean dining and service areas according to closing procedure
- Operate beverage machines and perform daily preventative maintenance as trained
Job Requirements
- Previous barista or cafe experience preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic math skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English required
- Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 30 lbs without assistance
- Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods
- Regularly requires to handle hot and cold food and beverages
- Flexibility to work various shifts
Compensation
- This is a tipped position, with tipped hourly guarantee of $25.00 an hour.
Close to the MBTA Orange Line (Community College) and Green Line (Lechmere).
Salary : $25 - $30